Role of socioeconomic factors in developing mycetoma: Results from a household survey in Sennar State, Sudan.

Natalia HounsomeRowa HassanSahar Mubarak BakhietKebede DeribeStephen BremnerAhmed Hassan FahalMelanie J Newport

Published in: PLoS neglected tropical diseases (2022)

Results of this survey suggest that agricultural practices and reduced access to sanitation and clean water can be risk factors in developing mycetoma. Poor access to health care and substantial financial costs were barriers to seeking treatment for mycetoma.

Keyphrases

healthcare
risk factors
cross sectional
primary care
mental health
risk assessment
heavy metals
drinking water
water quality